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Jeff's Bagel Run: From garage bagels to 30 and growing
by Kathleen Wood — Founder, K. Wood Partners
On this episode of the Founderology — Built to Breakthrough podcast, I talk with Jeff Perera, co-Founder of Jeff’s Bagel Run and a member of the inaugural…
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The 10-25 Unit Playbook: Scale Without Chaos
Unlock the proven systems top restaurant operators use to scale without chaos. If you’re stuck juggling fires across 10–25 locations, this guide shows you the…
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Capriotti's launches '50-50-50' franchise incentive program
February 16, 2026
Capriotti's Sandwich Shop is marking its 50th anniversary with a major expansion push and a new incentive program for franchise partners following a year of…
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The Melt doubling in Southern California
February 16, 2026
The Melt, known for its "World's Meltiest Burger," is open eight Southern California locations in 2026, more than doubling its footprint in the region.
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Speaker Spotlight: Eddie Flores, co-founder L&L Hawaiian Barbecue, chairman of L&L Franchise, Inc.
by Judy Mottl — Editor, RetailCustomerExperience.com & DigitalSignageToday.com
In his RFIS keynote Eddie Flores will share "unconventional" strategies that led L&L Hawaiian Barbecuse to eight consecutive #1 Asian food franchise rankings.
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Currito opening 11 locations in 2026
February 11, 2026
Currito, known for globally inspired bowls and smoothies, is entering 2026 with significant momentum following a year of record franchise sales and operational…
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DalMoros Fresh Pasta To Go opening 1st campus location
February 9, 2026
Gator Nation is getting a fresh taste of Italy when DalMoros Fresh Pasta To Go celebrates the opening of its newest U.S. franchise on Thursday, Feb. 19.
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Bambu debuts 1st Walmart location in Batavia
February 9, 2026
Shoppers at the Batavia, Illinois, Walmart may pair their grocery runs with handcrafted boba and Vietnamese coffee.
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Rotolo's Craft & Crust opens 7th restaurant in Texas
February 6, 2026
Rotolo's Craft & Crust has opened a location in Willow Park, Texas. The Louisiana-brand's newest restaurant is under the helm of franchisees Matt and…
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Speaker Spotlight: Seth Larsen, CDO, Cheba Hut Toasted Subs
by Bradley Cooper — Editor, ATM Marketplace & Food Truck Operator
Seth Larsen, CDO of Cheba Hut Toasted Subs talks about how stays ahead of the competition while having a blast in today's speaker spotlight.
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Slice House by Tony Gemignani to open in Gilbert, Arizona
February 3, 2026
Fast-casual pizza franchise Slice House by Tony Gemignani will open a location in Gilbert, Arizona. It will be the first in the state, according to a press…
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Slice House by Tony Gemignani opens in Boulder
February 2, 2026
Slice House by Tony Gemignani has opened in Boulder, Colorado, according to a press release.
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Captain D's expands UK presence
January 26, 2026
Captain D's is doubling down on its British expansion, opening its second U.K. location in Kent following what executives describe as an "exceptional…
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Speaker Spotlight: Troy Hooper, CEO, Hot Palette America - Pepper Lunch
by Judy Mottl — Editor, RetailCustomerExperience.com & DigitalSignageToday.com
Troy Hooper, CEO of Hot Palette America - Pepper Lunch, shares a look at his career, his achievements and industry trends ahead of his appearance at the…
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Restaurant leaders share tips for driving growth, innovating when franchising
by Judy Mottl — Editor, RetailCustomerExperience.com & DigitalSignageToday.com
At the upcoming Restaurant Franchising & Innovation Summit, top restaurant executives will share how they’re scaling smarter and growing faster through bold…
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Freddy’s adding 118 restaurants to US, Canada
January 20, 2026
Freddy's Frozen Custard & Steakburgers closed 2025 with record-breaking growth, signing 22 multi-unit development agreements to add 118 restaurants across…
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Riko's Pizza's unique style sets it apart as brand grows on East Coast
by Mandy Wolf Detwiler — Editor, Networld Media Group
Riko's Pizza's unique thin-crust pizza sets it apart from the heavy competition on the East Coast. The brand is growing and now has 12 locations.
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Speaker Spotlight: John Lucas, VP, Farmer Boys
by Bradley Cooper — Editor, ATM Marketplace & Food Truck Operator
Read more about John Lucas, VP of Farmer Boys in today's Speaker Spotlight.
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Massachusetts welcomes Big Chicken
January 9, 2026
Big Chicken, the fast casual restaurant chain founded by NBA Hall of Famer Shaquille O'Neal, opened its newest Massachusetts location Friday at the Wrentham…
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Pokeworks growing in Florida
January 5, 2026
Pokeworks is expanding its footprint in Florida, with a goal of opening 10 locations across the state over the next three years.
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